Toyota Corolla (E170): Shift position purpose
*: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noises, set the shift lever in D for normal driving.
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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (except vehicles with a manual transmission)
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake pedal, there
may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental operation
of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency ...
Circuit description
Shifting from 1st to o/d is performed in combination with on and off of the
shift solenoid valve s1 and s2
controlled by ecm. If an open or short circuit occurs in either of the solenoid
valves, the ecm controls the
remaining normal solenoid valve to allow the vehicle to be operated smoothly
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Replacement
1. Remove combination meter assembly
2. Disconnect brake master cylinder push rod clevis
remove the clip and push rod clevis pin and wave washer, and
disconnect the push rod clevis from
the brake pedal.
3. Remove brake pedal support sub–assy
Remove the bolt from the bra ...